Features hundreds of designs from the Soviet era, compiled to create a unique and compelling view of life under Communist rule The first book of its kind to celebrate the largely underestimated creativity, innovation, and diversity of Soviet design Includes revealing commentary captions that demonstrate the thinking behind a state controlled system of design - as well as how the industry was influenced by the West A comprehensive introductory text discusses the socio-political context of design in the USSR Gives exclusive insight into the visual archive of the VNIITE organization - the All-Union Scientific Research Institute for Technical Aesthetics that oversaw a state-wide system of design.
